The Met Gala has long been fashion’s grandest stage—a space where imagination collides with craftsmanship and personal narratives shimmer beneath sequins and silhouettes. At the 2025 edition, two Indian icons—Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Kiara Advani—not only turned heads but stirred hearts.
From vintage glamour to a tribute to motherhood, both women used the red carpet not just to impress, but to express. Here’s how they redefined red carpet couture with emotion, elegance, and power.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas: Classic Glamour, Reawakened
There’s an old-world charm Priyanka Chopra carries that few can rival. This year, she embraced that aura fully in a stunning custom Balmain ensemble—a sleek, polka-dotted halter dress paired with a statement wide-brimmed hat that whispered of vintage Hollywood glamour.
But it wasn’t just her monochrome palette or flawless tailoring that made headlines—it was the jaw-dropping emerald necklace by Bvlgari that captured the world’s attention. The stone, reportedly a 241.06-carat treasure, anchored the entire look, transforming a sophisticated silhouette into a moment of historic fashion.
Her husband, Nick Jonas, complemented her perfectly in a coordinated off-white suit with a silky blouse and understated brooch. The two exuded synergy—matching without mirroring—bringing a sense of harmony and balance to their appearance.
Priyanka’s look served as a masterclass in restraint. With no overt frills, it relied on flawless construction, timeless elegance, and one unforgettable jewel to do all the talking. In a sea of high-volume gowns, hers was a reminder that elegance isn’t about excess—it’s about intention.
Kiara Advani: Couture with a Heartbeat
If Priyanka embodied the past reawakened, Kiara Advani’s debut appearance at the Met Gala was all about future and transformation. In a powerful, emotionally charged moment, Kiara walked the carpet in a custom Gaurav Gupta creation—a design that celebrated not only her style, but her journey into motherhood.
The off-shoulder black gown was sculptural yet soft, paired with a dramatic white cape that floated behind her like a whisper. But the real showstopper was the golden breastplate, artfully molded into a heart on her chest, symbolizing her own. A second, smaller heart—representing her unborn child—was delicately linked to hers by a golden cord, a couture metaphor for the umbilical bond of motherhood.
It was bold, symbolic, and deeply personal—a nod to the strength, softness, and sanctity of a mother. In doing so, Kiara broke away from typical red carpet pageantry and offered something few others could: emotional resonance in haute couture.
The choice of designer, too, was significant. Gaurav Gupta is known for his futuristic draping, and this ensemble—titled “Bravehearts”—was as much a sculptural form as it was fashion. Together, Kiara and Gupta paid homage to the late André Leon Talley while simultaneously rewriting what maternity fashion on a global stage can look like.
Two Women, Two Narratives, One Couture Canvas
What makes this moment particularly special is not just that two Indian women made waves at the world’s biggest fashion event—it’s how they did it. Their looks were radically different, yet equally unforgettable.
Priyanka reminded us of the timeless appeal of precision tailoring, old-school silhouettes, and quiet confidence. Her look was a revival of elegance from a bygone era, made fresh with just one emerald drop.
Kiara, on the other hand, made the bold choice to wear her truth. Her ensemble was not just an outfit, but a living metaphor, telling a story of life within life—wrapped in custom craftsmanship, emotion, and sheer power.
Both looks prove something we at House of Worth have long believed: Fashion is never just fabric. It is voice, vision, and identity stitched together. Whether it’s a jewel-toned accessory or a golden corset holding a secret, true couture moves beyond beauty into meaning.
What This Means for Indian Fashion
Seeing Indian designers like Gaurav Gupta on the Met Gala red carpet is more than representation—it’s recognition. It signals that the global stage is opening up to craftsmanship from the East, and that storytelling through embroidery, silhouette, and symbolism is as important as celebrity appeal.
And when stars like Priyanka and Kiara use that stage to showcase tailoring, textiles, and emotional authenticity, it elevates the conversation. It gives space to stories. It invites fashion lovers not just to look, but to listen.
Met Gala 2025 gave us many memorable looks—but Priyanka Chopra and Kiara Advani’s stood out not for their spectacle, but for their soul. One rewrote the rules of quiet luxury. The other redefined what red carpet maternity couture could be.
And in doing so, they reminded the world that fashion, at its finest, is personal. It’s powerful. And it’s poetry—stitched in silk, sculpted in gold, and worn with heart.